Notice of Intent for Sole Source Extension - ACES O&M Support
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) has issued a Notice of Intent to award a sole source extension for Arms Control Enterprise System (ACES) Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Support to Peraton, Inc. This extension, issued under FAR 52.217-8, covers the period from June 15, 2026, through August 31, 2026. This is not a request for competitive proposals. However, interested parties may submit clear and convincing evidence of their qualifications and capabilities within 15 days of publication to determine if a competitive procurement is viable.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for continued Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Support for the Arms Control Enterprise System (ACES).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Notice of Intent for Sole Source Extension (FAR 52.217-8)
- Incumbent: Peraton, Inc.
- Extension Period: June 15, 2026 – August 31, 2026
- Set-Aside: None (sole source intent)
- Response Due: May 30, 2026, by 4:00 PM ET
- Published: May 7, 2026
Additional Notes
This notice serves solely for market research purposes. The Government's decision on whether to conduct a competitive procurement based on responses is at its discretion. Responses received after the deadline or without required information will be considered non-responsive. The Government will not reimburse for response expenses, and telephonic inquiries will not be accepted. Submissions should be directed to Jocelyn Fritz at jocelyn.m.fritz.civ@mail.mil.